Biggest changeCapital Commitments We had the following five-year capital commitments as of June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 which are not recognized as liabilities or payable in the consolidated statement of financial position (in thousands): June 30, 2024 June 30, 2023 Capital commitments: Sweetpea Petroleum Pty Ltd (Sweetpea) $ 23,283 $ 42,465 EP 161 2,650 2,652 Beetaloo Joint Venture 62,642 54,209 Midstream 1,971 Sweetpea Commitments As of June 30, 2024, Sweetpea committed to spend $23.3 million related to two licenses, EP 136 with total commitments of $14.1 million and EP 143 with total commitments of $9.2 million over the following five years.
Biggest changeThis balance represents a decrease of $35.3 million from June 30, 2024, primarily due to incoming funds from the greenshoe option exercised in July 2024, the sale of rig 403 in October 2024, R&D tax credits received in December 2024, cash calls received throughout the period, proceeds from our subscription agreements to institutional investors in May 2025, offset primarily by spending on operations on the SS-2H, SS-2H side track, and SS-3H pilot wells, SPCF facility long lead items and civil works, NT LNG pre-front-end engineering and design services, and other corporate expenditure in the fiscal period. 69 Capital Commitments We had the following five-year capital commitments as of June 30, 2025 and June 30, 2024 which are not recognized as liabilities or payable in the consolidated statement of financial position (all dollar amounts are presented in thousands): June 30, 2025 June 30, 2024 Capital commitments: Sweetpea Petroleum Pty Ltd $ 23,115 $ 23,283 EP 161 2,302 2,650 Beetaloo Joint Venture 75,630 62,642 Midstream 9,056 1,971 Sweetpea Commitments As of June 30, 2025, Sweetpea committed to spend $23.1 million related to two licenses, EP 136 with total commitments of $14.0 million and EP 143 with total commitments of $9.1 million over the following five years.
Foreign currency translation . In fiscal year 2024, we recognized a foreign currency translation loss of $0.4 million, primarily due to slight weakening of the Australian Dollar as of June 30, 2024, as compared to July 1, 2023.
In fiscal year 2024, we recognized a foreign currency translation loss of $0.4 million, primarily due to slight weakening of the Australian Dollar as of June 30, 2024, as compared to July 1, 2023.
A reduction or sustained decline in prices may adversely affect our business, financial condition or results of operations and our ability to meet our financial commitments or raise capital . Global, industry-wide supply chain disruptions have resulted in widespread shortages of labor, materials and services. Such shortages have resulted in our facing significant cost increases for labor, materials and services.
A reduction or sustained decline in prices may adversely affect our business, financial condition or results of operations and our ability to meet our financial commitments or raise capital. ” Global, industry-wide supply chain disruptions have resulted in widespread shortages of labor, materials and services. Such shortages have resulted in our facing significant cost increases for labor, materials and services.
The recognition of such an expense was due to the extinguishment of payables to H&P in exchange of the issuance of the 5.5% Convertible Senior Note due 2029 between Helmerich & Payne International Holdings, LLC, Tamboran Resources Corporation, and the guarantors thereto dated June 4, 2024 (the Convertible Note which was converted to common stock upon the IPO.
The recognition of such an expense was due primarily to the extinguishment of payables to H&P in exchange of the issuance of the 5.5% Convertible Senior Note due in 2029 between Helmerich & Payne International Holdings, LLC, Tamboran Resources Corporation, and the guarantors thereto dated June 4, 2024, which was converted to common stock upon the IPO.
We cannot predict the future inflation rate but to the extent inflation remains elevated, we may experience cost increases in our operations, including costs for drill rigs, workover rigs, hydraulic fracturing fleets, tubulars and other well equipment, as well as increased labor costs.
We cannot predict the future inflation rate but to the extent inflation remains elevated, we may experience cost increases in our operations, including costs for drill rigs, workover rigs, hydraulic fracturing fleets, tubulars and other well 64 equipment, as well as increased labor costs.
Supply, demand, market risk and the impact on natural gas prices As discussed above in Market Outlook , the natural gas industry historically has been cyclical with highly volatile commodity prices. Natural gas prices are subject to large fluctuations in response to relatively minor changes in the demand for natural gas.
Supply, Demand, Market Risk and the Impact on Natural Gas Prices As discussed above in “— Market Outlook ,” the natural gas industry historically has been cyclical with highly volatile commodity prices. Natural gas prices are subject to large fluctuations in response to relatively minor changes in the demand for natural gas.
These incremental legal and financial compliance expenses are not included in our historical results of operations; therefore, our results of operations for future periods may not be comparable to our results of operations for the periods under review. Results of Operations Our functional currency is the Australian dollar, and our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar.
These incremental legal and financial compliance expenses are not included in our historical results of operations; therefore, our results of operations for future periods may not be comparable to our results of operations for the periods under review. 66 Results of Operations Our functional currency is the Australian dollar, and our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar.
The valuation of the deferred tax asset is dependent on, among other things, our ability to generate a sufficient level of future taxable income, in estimating future taxable income, we consider both positive and negative evidence in our assessment.
The valuation of the deferred tax asset is 72 dependent on, among other things, our ability to generate a sufficient level of future taxable income, in estimating future taxable income, we consider both positive and negative evidence in our assessment.
We expect the natural gas markets will continue to be volatile in the future. Our future revenue, profitability and future growth are highly dependent on the prices we will receive for natural gas production. See our risk factor titled Natural gas prices are volatile.
We expect the natural gas markets will continue to be volatile in the future. Our future revenue, profitability and future growth are highly dependent on the prices we will receive for natural gas production. See our risk factor titled “ Natural gas prices are volatile.
Conversely, in a period of declining prices, associated cost declines are likely to lag and may not adjust downward in proportion to prices. Some supply chain constraints and inflationary pressures could persist into fiscal year 2025 but are expected to plateau, however we cannot accurately predict future supply chain constraints and inflation.
Conversely, in a period of declining prices, associated cost declines are likely to lag and may not adjust downward in proportion to prices. Some supply chain constraints and inflationary pressures could persist into fiscal year 2026 but are expected to plateau, however we cannot accurately predict future supply chain constraints and inflation.
Sustained periods of low natural gas prices could materially and adversely affect our financial condition, our results of operations, the quantities of natural gas that we can economically produce and our ability to access capital. Since we have not generated revenues, these key factors will only affect us when we produce and sell natural gas.
Sustained periods of low natural gas prices could materially and adversely affect our financial condition, our results of operations, the quantities of natural gas that we can economically produce and our ability to access capital. Since we have not generated revenues, these key factors will only affect us when we produce and sell natural gas. U.S.
Although we have been listed on the ASX and have been required to file financial information and make certain other filings with the ASX, our status as a U.S. reporting company under the Exchange Act will cause us to incur additional legal, accounting and other expenses that we have not previously 75 Table of Contents incurred, including costs related to compliance with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Although we have been listed on the ASX and have been required to file financial information and make certain other filings with the ASX, our status as a U.S. reporting company under the Exchange Act will cause us to incur additional legal, accounting and other expenses that we have not previously incurred, including costs related to compliance with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
U.S. reporting company expenses Prior to our Corporate Reorganization, the ordinary shares of TR Ltd. were listed on the ASX. Following our IPO, and the listing of our common stock on the NYSE, we are subject to the periodic reporting requirements of the Exchange Act.
Reporting Company Expenses Prior to our Corporate Reorganization, the ordinary shares of TR Ltd. were listed on the ASX. Following our IPO, and the listing of our common stock on the NYSE, we are subject to the periodic reporting requirements of the Exchange Act.
Stock-Based Compensation We measure and recognize compensation expense related to our share-based compensation based on the estimated fair value of the awards. The fair value of the award is measured at the grant date and is recognized as an expense over the course of the awards vesting period.
Stock-Based Compensation We measure and recognize compensation expense related to our share-based compensation based on the estimated fair value of the awards. The fair value of the award is measured at the grant date and is recognized as an expense over the course of the award’s vesting period.
Principally, commodity costs for steel and chemicals required for drilling, higher transportation and fuel costs and annual wage increases have increased our operating costs for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. Typically, as the price for natural gas increases, so do associated costs.
Principally, commodity costs for steel and chemicals required for drilling, higher transportation and fuel costs and annual wage increases have increased our operating costs for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. Typically, as the price for natural gas increases, so do associated costs.
Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of foreign currency transactions and from the translation at fiscal year-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognized on our income statement. Income Tax Expense . We have no income tax expense due to operating losses incurred for fiscal years 2023 and 2024.
Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of foreign currency transactions and from the translation at fiscal year-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognized on our income statement. Income Tax Expense . We have no income tax expense primarily due to operating losses incurred for fiscal years 2025 and 2024.
We have not yet commenced natural gas production. Therefore, we did not realize any revenue and other operating income during fiscal years 2023 and 2024, respectively. Compensation and benefits, including stock based compensation .
We have not yet commenced natural gas production. Therefore, we did not realize any revenue and other operating income during fiscal years 2025 and 2024, respectively. Compensation and benefits, including stock based compensation .
For example, we pre-purchased long lead materials including casing and tubulars, chemicals and downhole equipment necessary for our planned development for fiscal year 2025. We have in place a 10-year option with H&P to contract for up to four additional FlexRigs ® .
For example, we pre-purchased long lead materials including casing and tubulars, chemicals and downhole equipment necessary for our planned development for fiscal year 2026. We have in place a 10-year option with H&P to contract for up to four additional FlexRigs®.
The preparation of our financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of certain assets, liabilities and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date 80 Table of Contents of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.
The preparation of our financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of certain assets, liabilities and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.
See Business and PropertiesGeneral Development of Business and Corporate Reorganization . 74 Table of Contents Success in our development of our natural gas properties Because we have no operating history in the production of natural gas, our future results of operations and financial condition will be directly affected by our ability to develop and commercialize our assets through our drilling programs and future sales and marketing.
See “ Business and Properties—General Development of Business and Corporate Reorganization .” Success in our Development of our Natural Gas Properties Because we have no operating history in the production of natural gas, our future results of operations and financial condition will be directly affected by our ability to develop and commercialize our assets through our drilling programs and future sales and marketing.
We expect to incur substantial expenses and generate significant operating losses as we continue to develop our natural gas prospects and as we: complete our current appraisal drilling and testing program; develop and commercialize our assets, including development of pipelines, the proposed NTLNG facility and other infrastructure; opportunistically invest in additional natural gas assets adjacent to our current positions; and incur expenses related to operating as a public company and compliance with regulatory requirements.
We expect to incur substantial expenses and generate significant operating losses as we continue to develop our natural gas prospects and as we: • complete our current appraisal drilling, testing program and SPCF facility construction; • develop and commercialize our assets, including development of pipelines, the proposed NT LNG facility and other infrastructure; • opportunistically invest in additional natural gas assets adjacent to our current positions; and • incur expenses related to operating as a public company and compliance with regulatory requirements.
We have provided a full valuation allowance on our net deferred tax asset because management has 77 Table of Contents determined that it is more likely than not that we will not earn income sufficient to realize the deferred tax assets during a foreseeable future period.
We have provided a full valuation allowance on our net deferred tax asset because management has determined that it is more likely than not that we will not earn income sufficient to realize the deferred tax assets during a foreseeable future period.
Our future financial condition and liquidity will be impacted by, among other factors, the success of our exploration and appraisal drilling program, the number of commercially viable natural gas discoveries made, the quantities of natural gas discovered, the speed with which we can bring such discoveries to production, and the actual cost of exploration, appraisal and development of our prospects.
Our future financial condition and liquidity will be impacted by, among other factors, the success of our exploration and appraisal drilling program, the number of commercially viable natural gas discoveries made, the quantities of natural gas discovered, the speed with which we can bring such discoveries to production, and the actual cost of exploration, our ability to identify and complete acquisition opportunities and appraisal and development of our prospects.
Critical Accounting Estimates Managements discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Critical Accounting Estimates Management’s discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Interest income, net increased by $0.7 million during fiscal year 2024, as compared to fiscal year 2023, due to interest received from term deposits during the period. Loss on extinguishment of debt . For fiscal year 2024, an expense for loss on extinguishment of debt of $3.9 million was recognized.
Interest income, net increased by $0.9 million during fiscal year 2025, as compared to fiscal year 2024, primarily due to interest received from term deposits during the period. Loss on extinguishment of debt . For fiscal year 2024, an expense for loss on extinguishment of debt of $3.9 million was recognized.
No revenue from natural gas production is reflected in our financial statements. Operating costs and expenses We have not yet commenced natural gas production. If and when we do commence production, we will incur additional operating costs and expenses, which may include lease operating expenses, workover costs, taxes and royalty fees.
No revenue from natural gas production is reflected in our financial statements. Operating Costs and Expenses We have not yet commenced natural gas production. If and when we do commence production, we will incur additional operating costs and expenses, workover costs, taxes and royalty fees.
Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including those discussed under Item 1A - Risk Factors and elsewhere in this report, any of which could cause the Companys actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including those discussed under “Item 1A - Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this report, any of which could cause the Company’s actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Additionally, you should refer to the Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements. Overview We are an early stage, growth-driven independent natural gas exploration and production company focused on an integrated approach to the commercial development of the natural gas resources in the Beetaloo located 72 Table of Contents within the Northern Territory of Australia.
Additionally, you should refer to the “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements.” Overview We are an early stage, growth-driven independent natural gas exploration and production company focused on an integrated approach to the commercial development of the natural gas resources in the Beetaloo located within the Northern Territory of Australia.
Additionally, in the year ended June 30, 2024, net favorable changes in operating assets and liabilities totaled $6.9 million, primarily consisting of a $9.3 million increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses due to timing of our pay cycle during the fiscal period, a $0.1 million decrease in trade and other receivables, and a $2.4 million increase in prepaid expenses and other assets.
Additionally, in the year ended June 30, 2025, net unfavorable changes in operating assets and liabilities totaled $4.8 million, primarily consisting of a $3.3 million decrease in accounts payable and accrued expenses due to timing of our pay cycle during the fiscal period, a $1.3 million increase in trade and other receivables, and a $0.2 million increase in prepaid expenses and other assets.
Until then our primary sources of liquidity are expected to be cash on hand, net proceeds from our IPO, and funds from future private and public equity placements, debt funding and asset sales.
Until then our primary sources of liquidity are expected to be cash on hand, net proceeds of the private placements received in July 2025, and funds from future private and public equity placements, debt funding and asset sales.
ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK Not required.
QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK Not required.
Acquisitions We may continue to grow our operations and financial results through strategic acquisition opportunities that may arise relevant to our Beetaloo strategy. Additionally, we may from time to time effect divestitures of certain of our non-core assets.
Acquisitions We may continue to grow our operations and financial results through strategic accretive acquisition opportunities that may arise relevant to our Beetaloo strategy. We regularly review acquisition opportunities and intend to pursue acquisitions that meet our strategic and financial targets. Additionally, we may from time to time effect divestitures of certain of our non-core assets.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A) summarizes the significant factors affecting the operating results, financial condition, liquidity and capital resources, and cash flows of our Company for the years ended June 30, 2024 and 2023.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”) summarizes the significant factors affecting the operating results, financial condition, liquidity and capital resources, and cash flows of our Company for the years ended June 30, 2025 and 2024.
To date the increasing global demand for LNG, as well as under-investment in new supply, is expected to lead to LNG supply shortages. 73 Table of Contents We have the potential, subject to achieving commercial viability in the Beetaloo, to supply natural gas to both Australian domestic and international LNG markets, which would support countries in the region in achieving their GHG emission reduction targets and help reduce global GHG emissions if LNG is adopted as an alternative to coal fired power.
We have the potential, subject to achieving commercial viability in the Beetaloo, to supply natural gas to both Australian domestic and international LNG markets, which would support countries in the region in achieving their GHG emission reduction targets and help reduce global GHG emissions if LNG is adopted as an alternative to coal fired power.
These have been incorporated in the consolidated financial statements under the appropriate classifications. Asset Retirement Obligations Our asset retirement obligations (AROs) consist primarily of estimated future costs associated with the plugging, dismantling, removal, site reclamation and similar activities of natural gas properties in accordance with the requirements of respective EPs and with applicable local, state and federal laws.
Asset Retirement Obligations Our asset retirement obligations (“AROs”) consist primarily of estimated future costs associated with the plugging, dismantling, removal, site reclamation and similar activities of natural gas properties in accordance with the requirements of respective EPs and with applicable local, state and federal laws.
Net Cash from Financing Activities For fiscal year 2024, net cash received in financing activities was $146.4 million compared to $106.2 million received for fiscal year 2023.
Net Cash from Financing Activities For fiscal year 2025, net cash received from financing activities was $101.1 million compared to $146.4 million received for fiscal year 2024.
We also could be required to seek funds through arrangements with collaborators or others that may require us to relinquish rights to some of our assets which we would otherwise develop on our own, or with a majority working interest. Cash and Cash Equivalents The following table summarizes our key measures of liquidity for the periods indicated (in thousands).
We also could be required to seek funds through arrangements with collaborators or others that may require us to relinquish rights to some of our assets which we would otherwise develop on our own, or with a majority working interest.
Cash Flows The following table summarizes our cash flows for the periods indicated (in thousands): Year Ended June 30, 2024 2023 Statement of Cash Flows: Net cash used in operating activities $ (11,398 ) $ (12,804 ) Net cash used in investing activities (66,109 ) (107,465 ) Net cash from financing activities 146,385 106,183 Net Cash Used in Operating Activities For fiscal year 2024, net cash used in operating activities was $11.4 million during which we incurred a net loss of $23.9 million, compared to net cash used in operating activities for fiscal year 2023 of $12.8 million, during which we incurred a net loss of $32.2 million.
Cash Flows The following table summarizes our cash flows for the periods indicated (in thousands): Years Ended June 30, 2025 2024 Statement of Cash Flows: Net cash used in operating activities $ (29,637) $ (11,398) Net cash used in investing activities (98,768) (66,109) Net cash from financing activities 101,058 146,385 70 Net Cash Used in Operating Activities For fiscal year 2025, net cash used in operating activities was $29.6 million during which we incurred a net loss of $39.6 million, compared to net cash used in operating activities for fiscal year 2024 of $11.4 million, during which we incurred a net loss of $23.9 million.
Prices are affected by current and expected supply and demand dynamics, including the market disruptions resulting from the Russian-Ukraine war, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and related erosion of demand for natural gas, supply growth driven by advances in drilling and completion technologies, resulting in increased supply in the global market.
Prices are affected by current and expected supply and demand dynamics, including the market disruptions resulting from the Russian-Ukraine war and the Middle East conflict, the changing U.S. regulatory environment and trade and tariffs policies, and related erosion of demand for natural gas, supply growth driven by advances in drilling 65 and completion technologies, resulting in increased supply in the global market.
Management will continue to assess the potential for realizing deferred tax assets based upon income forecast data and the feasibility of future tax planning strategies and may record adjustments to the valuation allowance against deferred tax assets in future periods, as appropriate, that could have a material impact on the statement of operations.
Management will continue to assess the potential for realizing deferred tax assets based upon income forecast data and the feasibility of future tax planning strategies and may record adjustments to the valuation allowance against deferred tax assets in future periods, as appropriate, that could have a material impact on the statement of operations. 68 Liquidity and Capital Resources We are a development stage enterprise and will continue to be so until commencement of substantial production from our natural gas properties.
Each of these models include the share price at grant date, exercise price, the term of the right, expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk-free interest rate for the term of the right.
Each of these models include the share price at grant date, exercise price, the term of the right, expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk-free interest rate for the term of the right. The Monte Carlo model also incorporates a probability-based value impact of the market condition.
The Monte Carlo model also incorporates a probability-based value impact of the market condition. 82 Table of Contents Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 2Summary of Significant Accounting Policies to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report for more information about recent accounting pronouncements, the timing of their adoption, and our assessment, to the extent we have made one, of their potential impact on our financial condition and our results of operations.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements See “Note 2—Summary of Significant Accounting Policies” to our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this report for more information about recent accounting pronouncements, the timing of their adoption, and our assessment, to the extent we have made one, of their potential impact on our financial condition and our results of operations. ITEM 7A.
Our operating costs and expenses consisted of the following during fiscal years 2023 and 2024: salaries, share based compensation, and related taxes and benefits of personnel employed by us, professional fees for consultants, auditors, tax advisors and legal services, depreciation and amortization of natural gas properties, impairment of our natural gas properties, the loss on sale of assets due to the sale of rigs in fiscal year 2023, exploration expenses, and general and administrative expenses.
Our operating costs and expenses consisted of the following during fiscal years 2024 and 2025: salaries, share based compensation, and related taxes and benefits of personnel employed by us, professional fees for consultants, auditors, tax advisors and legal services, depreciation and amortization of corporate assets, the loss on sale of assets due to the sale of rigs in fiscal year 2024 and 2025, accretion of asset retirement obligations, exploration expenses, LNG feasibility studies, a Checkerboard fee that was settled in shares of common stock, and general and administrative expenses.
The following tables present selected financial information for the periods presented (dollar amounts in thousands): Year ended June 30, 2024 2023 Revenue and other operating income $ $ Operating costs and expenses: Compensation and benefits, including stock based compensation (5,407 ) (6,341 ) Consultancy, legal and professional fees (9,457 ) (6,818 ) Depreciation and amortization (120 ) (118 ) Loss on sale of assets classified as held for sale (26 ) (12,585 ) Accretion of asset retirement obligations (892 ) (601 ) Exploration expense (2,161 ) (2,793 ) General and administrative (2,453 ) (2,763 ) Total operating costs and expenses (20,516 ) (32,020 ) Other income: Interest income, net 691 31 Loss on extinguishment of debt (3,884 ) Fair value loss on convertible debt (35 ) Foreign exchange gain, net 36 130 Other expenses, net (143 ) (337 ) Total other (expense)/income (3,335 ) (176 ) Net loss (23,851 ) (32,196 ) Foreign currency translation (411 ) 1,633 Total comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (2,140 ) 108 Total comprehensive loss attributable to Tamboran (22,121 ) (30,671 ) 76 Table of Contents Fiscal Years Ended June 30, 2023 and June 30, 2024 Revenue and other operating income .
The following tables present selected financial information for the periods presented: Years ended June 30, 2025 2024 Revenue and other operating income $ — $ — Operating costs and expenses Compensation and benefits, including stock-based compensation (9,397) (5,407) Consultancy, legal and professional fees (6,531) (9,457) Depreciation and amortization (86) (120) Loss on remeasurement of assets classified as held for sale (376) (26) Accretion of asset retirement obligations (1,042) (892) Exploration expense (4,112) (2,161) LNG feasibility study expenses (6,035) — Checkerboard fee (5,950) — General and administrative (5,787) (2,453) Total operating costs and expenses (39,316) (20,516) Other income (expense) Interest income, net 1,551 691 Loss on extinguishment of debt — (3,884) Fair value loss on convertible debt — (35) Foreign exchange gain (loss), net (2,585) 36 Other income (expense), net 726 (143) Total other income (expense) (308) (3,335) Net loss (39,624) (23,851) Foreign currency translation 2,769 (411) Total comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (3,254) (2,140) Total comprehensive loss attributable to Tamboran Resources Corporation stockholders $ (33,601) $ (22,121) Fiscal Years Ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2025 Revenue and other operating income .
The net loss for fiscal year 2024 included the non-cash impacts of depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, accretion of asset retirement obligations, loss on extinguishment of debt, and foreign exchange differences.
The net loss for fiscal year 2025 included the non-cash impacts of depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, loss on remeasurement of assets classified as held for sale, accretion of asset retirement obligations, interest expense, Checkerboard fee and foreign exchange differences.
Liquidity and Capital Resources We are a development stage enterprise and will continue to be so until commencement of substantial production from our natural gas properties. We do not expect to generate any revenue from production until 2026, at the earliest, which will depend upon successful drilling results, additional and timely capital funding, and access to suitable infrastructure.
We do not expect to generate any revenue from production until 2026, at the earliest, which will depend upon successful drilling results, additional and timely capital funding, and access to suitable infrastructure.
Market Outlook We believe natural gas can play a key role in supporting the emissions reduction targets of many regional markets through the transition of coal-to-gas fired power plants.
Market Outlook We believe natural gas can play a key role in supporting the emissions reduction targets of many regional markets through the transition of coal-to-gas fired power plants. To date the increasing global demand for LNG, as well as under-investment in new supply, is expected to lead to LNG supply shortages.
In the current period there was spend on exploration and evaluation activities of $60.2 million in connection with the drilling, completion and stimulation of our initial appraisal wells, $2.9 million related to interest on financing lease liabilities, and the spend of $3.5 million related to SPCF offset by proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment of $0.4 million due to the sale of one rig.
In the current period there was spend on exploration and evaluation activities of $94.2 million in connection with the drilling, completion and stimulation of the 2025 drilling program, $15.6 million of spend related to SPCF, $0.3 million of spend related to sand mining, $2.8 million related to interest on financing lease liabilities, offset by proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment of $8.0 million due to the sale of rig 403 and the receipt of the R&D tax incentive of $6.2 million.
We maintain comprehensive insurance coverage that we believe is adequate to mitigate the risk of any adverse financial effects associated with these risks. However, should it be determined that a liability exists with respect to any environmental cleanup, remediation, or restoration, the liability to cure such a violation could still fall upon us.
However, should it be determined that a liability exists with respect to any environmental cleanup, remediation, or restoration, the liability to cure such a violation could still fall upon us.
If we are unable to obtain funding on a timely basis, we may be required to significantly curtail one or more of our planned activities.
For example, if we raise additional funds by issuing additional equity securities, further dilution to our existing stockholders will result. If we are unable to obtain funding on a timely basis, we may be required to significantly curtail one or more of our planned activities.
Impairment of Natural Gas Properties Where an indicator of impairment exists for an unproved property and it is determined that future appraisal drilling or development activities are unlikely to occur, an impairment expense is recorded. Upon approval of the commercial development of a project, the exploration and evaluation asset is classified as a development asset.
Impairment of Natural Gas Properties Where an indicator of impairment exists for an unproved property and it is determined that future appraisal drilling or development activities are unlikely to occur, an impairment expense is recorded. The impairment loss shall be measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of a long-lived asset (or asset group) exceeds its fair value.
For fiscal year 2024, an expense for accretion of asset retirement obligations of $0.9 million was recognized. The recognition of such an expense was due to the accretion of asset retirement obligation liabilities in relation to all EPs, inclusive of EPs 76, 98, 117, 136 and 161, including for the two new wells drilled during the period. Exploration expense .
The recognition of such an expense was primarily due to the accretion of asset retirement obligation liabilities in relation to all EPs, inclusive of EPs 76, 98, 117, 136 and 161, as well as the SPCF. As the Company drilled two additional wells and established the SPCF site, there was an incremental expense for accretion during the period.
General and administrative costs decreased by $0.3 million during fiscal year 2024, as compared to fiscal year 2023 as a result of overhead allocations recovery from the joint venture. Our general and administrative expense consisted of the following during fiscal years 2023 and 2024: expenses related to travel, insurance, and office and administrative fees. Interest Income, net .
General and administrative costs increased by $3.3 million during fiscal year 2025, as compared to fiscal year 2024 primarily as a result of increased expenses related to insurance, headcount, travel, and other office and administrative fees. Interest Income, net .
These laws, which are constantly changing, regulate the discharge of materials into the environment and may require us to remove or mitigate the environmental effects of the disposal or release of petroleum or chemical substances at various sites. 81 Table of Contents In our acquisition of existing assets, we may not be aware of what environmental safeguards were taken during the time such assets were operated or the environmental liabilities associated with such assets.
These laws, which are constantly changing, regulate the discharge of materials into the environment and may require us to remediate, remove or mitigate the environmental effects of the disposal or release of petroleum or chemical substances at various sites.
Joint Interest Activities Some of the Companys exploration, development and production activities are conducted jointly with other entities whereby each party holds an undivided interest in each asset and is proportionately liable for each liability in the scope of such arrangement. The Company has recognized its proportionate share of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses in respect of such arrangements.
Once production commences, development assets are transferred to property, plant and equipment and are depleted using the unit-of-production method based upon estimates of proved developed reserves. 71 Joint Interest Activities Some of the Company’s exploration, development and production activities are conducted jointly with other entities whereby each party holds an undivided interest in each asset and is proportionately liable for each liability in the scope of such arrangement.
However, we may require significant additional funds earlier than we currently expect in order to execute our strategy as planned. We may seek additional funding through asset sales or public or private financings. Additional funding may not be available to us on acceptable terms or at all.
We may seek additional funding through asset sales or public or private financings. Additional funding may not be available to us on acceptable terms or at all. In addition, the terms of any financing may adversely affect the holdings or the rights of our stockholders.
We and our working interest partners have EPs to approximately 4.7 million contiguous gross acres (1.9 million net acres to Tamboran) and are currently the largest acreage holder in the Beetaloo. We are focused on developing early stage, unconventional gas resources within our portfolio.
We hold approximately 1.9 million net prospective acres and are the largest acreage holder in the Beetaloo Basin. We intend to continue to develop our resources and regularly review acquisition opportunities that meet our strategic and financial objectives. We are focused on developing early stage, unconventional gas resources within our portfolio.
Exploration expense decreased by $0.6 million during fiscal year 2024, as compared to fiscal year 2023, due to the focus of the Company on drilling our SS1H and A3H wells. Our exploration expense consisted of costs related to topographical, geographical and geophysical studies and other indirect expenditure. General and administrative.
Exploration expense . Exploration expense increased by $2.0 million during fiscal year 2025, as compared to fiscal year 2024 due primarily to the increase in activity of our non-operated permits in preparation for the next drilling program and additional subsurface expenses. Our exploration expense consisted of costs related to topographical, geographical and geophysical studies and other indirect expenditure.
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities For fiscal year 2024, net cash used in investing activities was $66.1 million compared to $107.5 million for fiscal year 2023. This change was primarily due to the acquisition of EPs 76, 98 and 117 in November 2022.
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities For fiscal year 2025, net cash used in investing activities was $98.8 million compared to $66.1 million for fiscal year 2024.
Compensation and benefits, including stock based compensation, decreased by $0.9 million during fiscal year 2024, as compared to fiscal year 2023, due primarily to forfeiture of options during the period and, although the company increased headcount as compared to the prior period, the compensation of the majority of those employees has been capitalized to unproven properties.
Compensation and benefits, including stock based compensation, increased by $4.0 million during fiscal year 2025, as compared to fiscal year 2024 due primarily to restricted stock units granted in August 2024 and increased headcount as compared to the prior period. Consultancy, legal and professional fees .
Loss on sale of assets classified as held for sale . Loss on sale of assets classified as held for sale decreased by $12.6 million during fiscal year 2024, as compared to fiscal year 2023, due to a write down of two rigs in the prior period which did not recur. Accretion of asset retirement obligations expense .
In contrast, a loss on assets classified as held for sale amounting to $0.03 million was recognized during fiscal year 2024, primarily due to the sale of a smaller rig, rig 301. Accretion of asset retirement obligations expense . For fiscal year 2025 an expense for accretion of asset retirement obligations of $1.0 million was recognized.
These commitments include an expected spend of $62.6 million related to drilling and multi-stage hydraulic fracturing of six wells, a 2D seismic survey in each license and subsurface studies, with expenditure across EP 76 of $21.3 million, EP 98 of $20.0 million and EP 117 of $21.3 million. 79 Table of Contents Midstream Tamboran and Daly Waters are in the process of forming a new joint venture which will own the SPCF, each with a 50% interest.
These commitments include an expected spend of $75.6 million related to drilling and multi-stage hydraulic fracturing of four wells, 3D seismic survey, and subsurface studies, with expenditure across EP 76 of $10.7 million , EP 98 of $53.3 million and EP 117 of $11.6 million as well as subsurface studies.
This change was primarily due to $148.6 million in proceeds from the issue of shares in connection with the Companys capital raises in fiscal year 2024, $17.2 million attributable to contributions from noncontrolling interest holders in connection with investments by Daly Waters, offset by transaction costs of $14.0 million, and repayments of finance lease liabilities of $5.5 million.
Other activity in the fiscal year included $61.5 million attributable to contributions from noncontrolling interest holders in connection with investments by Daly Waters, $0.5 million of advance contributions received from noncontrolling interest holders, repayments of finance lease liabilities of $7.8 million, and $0.5 million related to the payment of the performance bond facility establishment fee.
In fiscal year 2023, we recognized a foreign currency translation gain of $1.6 million, primarily due to the acquisition of assets from Origin amounting to A$81.9 million on November 9, 2023 and the strengthening of the Australian Dollar from that date to June 30, 2023.
There was no extinguishment of debt for fiscal year 2025. Foreign currency translation . In fiscal year 2025 we recognized a foreign currency translation gain of $2.8 million, primarily due to the strengthening of the Australian Dollar as of June 30, 2025 in comparison to the average rate during the period.
For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, we estimate that we will need to invest approximately $68 million to progress our development plans. We expect the additional proceeds of the IPO received in July 2024, together with our existing cash on hand, to be sufficient to fund our planned drilling and flow testing of SS2H and SS3H.
For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, we estimate that we will need to invest approximately $57 million to progress our upstream development plans.
Our commitment through March 2026 is $2.6 million based on the minimum work requirements. There are no minimum commitment requirements after March 2026. Beetaloo Joint Venture The terms of the Beetaloo Joint Venture necessitate specific work obligations through May 2028.
EP 161 For the EP 161 working interest, we are obligated to contribute our share of expenses to uphold our stake in this permit, for which Santos Limited is the operator. Our commitment through March 202 6 is $2.3 million based on the minimum work requirements. There are no minimum commitment requirements after March 2026 .
Variation to EP 136 minimum requirements The DITT granted a five-year extension for EP 136 for the period July 24, 2025, to July 23, 2030, with minimum work requirements of $23,283,260 including the drilling and multistage fracture stimulation of one horizontal well in Permit Year 2.
A renewal application for EP 136 was submitted to the Department of Mining and Energy (“DME”) in September 2023, and approved in July 2024, granting a five-year extension for the period July 24, 2025 to July 23, 2030 with a minimum work program commitment of $14.0 million.